Where people come together in community venues... and share ideas about life's big questions... in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.

Schedule

Here are all the up and coming enquiry topics and events.

Topic Venue Presenter Date Time
Just a Joke! Flanagan's Irish Pub Open 16/04/2024 18:30
Flanagan's Irish Pub is in Church Road, Waterloo. Turn left out of Waterloo railway station till you come to the Church Road on your left, the pub is on your right about half way down. All welcome!
What are the Implications of finding life elsewhere in the universe? Keith's Wine Bar (L'pool South) Austin 16/04/2024 19:15
107 Lark Lane, Aigburth, Liverpool, L17 8UR (7.15pm start!)
Individualism and Individuals Manchester Armchair Philosophers Anna/Peter 16/04/2024 19:30
New Lloyds Hotel, 617 Wilbraham Road, Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester, M21 9AN
What if God did exist? (a thought experiment) The Rose & Crown (Bebington) Open Forum 17/04/2024 13:00
57 The Village, Bebington, Wirral, Merseyside, CH63 7PL ..... Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month ... All welcome!
Chosen on the night! Paris Philo Cafe (Online English) Michael M 17/04/2024 18:00
Times: 6pm here (7pm in Paris) .. Every WEDNESDAY, except the first Wednesday of the month."Which is our LIVE day in a REAL café, generally the Cafe de Flore. If you are in Paris, you are welcome ! "............................... Link for tonight (Copy + Paste) https://www.meetup.com/english-cafe-philo-in-paris/,
Is there an acceptible type of monarchy? The Blue Bell (Eccles) Open Forum 17/04/2024 18:30
A village hostelry with a rustic-style interior and patio area, plus real ales and modern pub grub. All welcome!
What are the benefits of experiencing the arts? Ormskirk PIPs (Online) Steve 18/04/2024 19:30
All Welcome. Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86485493979?pwd=c17PfhahEUSuL3lHbgvkHAYKybVxfC.1 .. Meeting ID: 864 8549 3979 .. Passcode: 830679
What is the Nature of Skill ? Saturday at Seven (international) Gordon / The Group 20/04/2024 19:00
Everybody is welcome to attend Saturday at Seven. We welcome people who haven't joined us before as well as our well loved and welcoming regulars. Join us in a philosophically symbiotic evening. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85456891475?pwd=NBGoEglNGbwowKKUy660FZQ8b9w9_N.1 Meeting ID: 854 5689 1475 Passcode: Pips2223!
PIP's Spring Symposium! McCartney's Bar (Hanover Hotel) PIP's Merseyside 21/04/2024 10:30
McCartney's Bar (Hanover Hotel) in Hanover Street, Liverpool, City centre (10.30am to 12.30pm) The title of this session is What if God existed ? (a thought experiment!) ... This session will involve a group stage where people can discuss the stimulus and formulate their own questions. Looking forward to an enjoyable social occasion!
PIP's Spring Symposium! The Vernon Arms (City Group) PIP's Merseyside 21/04/2024 14:00
The second session is across town, at The Vernon Arms, Dale Street (2.15pm to 4.15pm). Here we will treated to a stimulus from our long standing literary member - Geraldine - here we will be asking the question: What is Success?
Is Democracy Obsolete? The Vernon Arms (City Group) Martin S 22/04/2024 13:00
The Vernon Arms: Laid-back, traditional alehouse featuring a selection of beers & plentiful comfort food plates. (1.15pm start!)
Kant's Critique of Judgement Ship & Mitre (upstairs) Sean T 22/04/2024 18:00
A short course on Kant's Critique of Judgement...... This classic of aesthetics explores the relationship of beauty, meaning and the aesthetic experience. It is still remains the most influential and foundational text of art criticism and science as teleology. The FREE sessions will be held at the Ship and Mitre - Upstairs.... at 6.00pm to 8.00pm
Kant's Categorical Imperative Flanagan's Irish Pub Open 23/04/2024 18:30
Flanagan's Irish Pub is in Church Road, Waterloo. Turn left out of Waterloo railway station till you come to the Church Road on your left, the pub is on your right about half way down. All welcome!
Complacency Theory? Keith's Wine Bar (L'pool South) Dominic 23/04/2024 19:00
Simply put, complacency is when an individual blindly follows or does what everyone else is doing without realizing the dangers and consequences that can arise…… 107 Lark Lane, Sefton Park, Liverpool, L17 8UR (7.15pm start!)
Chosen on the night! Paris Philo Cafe (Online English) Michael M 24/04/2024 18:00
Times: 6pm here (7pm in Paris) .. Every WEDNESDAY, except the first Wednesday of the month."Which is our LIVE day in a REAL café, generally the Cafe de Flore. If you are in Paris, you are welcome ! "............................... Link for tonight (Copy + Paste) https://www.meetup.com/english-cafe-philo-in-paris/,
Existentialism The Black Toad (Hoylake) Mike 25/04/2024 14:00
Micro-pub and bottleshop in Hoylake specialising in craft beer and cask ale: 32 Market Street, Hoylake, Wirral, CH47 2AF. (2pm start! - All welcome!)
Scientism? Friday Forum Online (Zoom) Corrie 26/04/2024 14:00
All welcome to zoom with us (copy + paste) https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83592207901?pwd=f62A1laEH73XSAZllc8QfairIdGt90.1 ...... Meeting ID: 835 9220 7901 ..... Passcode: 872665
What is History? The Vernon Arms (City Group) Sean 28/04/2024 13:00
The Vernon Arms: Laid-back, traditional alehouse featuring a selection of beers & plentiful comfort food plates. (1.15pm start!)
Kant's Critique of Judgement Ship & Mitre (upstairs) Sean T 29/04/2024 18:00
A short course on Kant's Critique of Judgement...... This classic of aesthetics explores the relationship of beauty, meaning and the aesthetic experience. It is still remains the most influential and foundational text of art criticism and science as teleology. The FREE sessions will be held at the Ship and Mitre - Upstairs.... at 6.00pm to 8.00pm (All welcome)
OPEN FORUM Flanagan's Irish Pub 30/04/2024 18:30
Flanagan's Irish Pub is in Church Road, Waterloo. Turn left out of Waterloo railway station till you come to the Church Road on your left, the pub is on your right about half way down. All welcome!
What is the governments job? Keith's Wine Bar (L'pool South) Tony 30/04/2024 19:00
How do you think the government should do it's job? ..... 107 Lark Lane, Aigburth, Liverpool, L17 8UR (7.15pm start!)
Proof ? The Rose & Crown (Bebington) Martyn 01/05/2024 13:00
57 The Village, Bebington, Wirral, Merseyside, CH63 7PL ..... Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month ... All welcome!
What is sacred in soceity? Oats & Honey Coffee shop (Monton) Open Forum 01/05/2024 19:30
205 Monton Rd, Monford, Eccles, Manchester M30 9PN. All welcome!
Open Forum Saturday at Seven (international) The Group 04/05/2024 19:00
Please bring a current topic to be discussed philosophically. As a Community Philosophy Group S@7 makes space and time for current questions, concerns, ideas that we ponder , wonder and wander about and would benefit from thinking critically about with collaborative , caring others. What present day concern do you wish to hear the reasoned and logic based thoughts of others to weigh up with your own? What's crucially concerning in your corner of the world ?
What if God did exist ? (a thought experiment) The Vernon Arms (City Group) Paul 06/05/2024 13:00
57 The Village, Bebington, Wirral, Merseyside, CH63 7PL ..... Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month ... All welcome!
Does God exist? Keith's Wine Bar (L'pool South) Paul J 07/05/2024 19:00
107 Lark Lane, Aigburth, Liverpool, L17 8UR (7.15pm start!)
A Community of Enquiry! The Fat Cat (Sheffield) Rosie C 07/05/2024 19:30
There's a new venue for the regular Sheffield Philsophical Enquiry in the Pub session: The Fat Cat, Alma Street, S3 8SA. We meet upstairs the function room (1st Tuesday of month) Start time 7.30pm! - get a drink at the bar before you come up. All welcome!
Chosen on the night! Paris Philo Cafe (Online English) Michael M 08/05/2024 18:00
Times: 6pm here (7pm in Paris) .. Every WEDNESDAY, except the first Wednesday of the month."Which is our LIVE day in a REAL café, generally the Cafe de Flore. If you are in Paris, you are welcome ! "............................... Link for tonight (Copy + Paste) https://www.meetup.com/english-cafe-philo-in-paris/,
Teaching: education or training? The Vernon Arms (City Group) Martin W 13/05/2024 13:00
The Vernon Arms: Laid-back, traditional alehouse featuring a selection of beers & plentiful comfort food plates. (1.15pm start!)
Kant's Critique of Judgement Ship & Mitre (upstairs) Sean T 13/05/2024 18:00
A short course on Kant's Critique of Judgement...... This classic of aesthetics explores the relationship of beauty, meaning and the aesthetic experience. It is still remains the most influential and foundational text of art criticism and science as teleology. The FREE sessions will be held at the Ship and Mitre - Upstairs.... at 6.00pm to 8.00pm (All welcome)
A I - good or bad? Keith's Wine Bar (L'pool South) Richard 14/05/2024 19:00
Is AI good for humanity, or will it, in the end, lessen our humanity? ..... 107 Lark Lane, Aigburth, Liverpool, L17 8UR (7.15pm start!)
How does religion inform politics? The Blue Bell (Eccles) Open Forum 15/05/2024 19:30
How does faith and religion inform politics? The Blue Bell, a village hostelry with a rustic-style interior and patio area, plus real ales and modern pub grub. All welcome!
Surveilance Society The Vernon Arms (City Group) Mary 20/05/2024 13:00
The Vernon Arms: Laid-back, traditional alehouse featuring a selection of beers & plentiful comfort food plates. (1.15pm start!)
To be Arranged The Vernon (LIPs) Literature In Pubs 20/05/2024 18:15
The Vernon Arms, 69 Dale Street, Liverpool City Centre, L2 2HJ ... 3rd Monday of month (6.30 start!)
What is Consciousness? Keith's Wine Bar (L'pool South) Jessica 21/05/2024 19:00
107 Lark Lane, Aigburth, Liverpool, L17 8UR (7.15pm start!)
Kant's Critique of Judgement Ship & Mitre (upstairs) Sean T 27/05/2024 18:00
A short course on Kant's Critique of Judgement...... This classic of aesthetics explores the relationship of beauty, meaning and the aesthetic experience. It is still remains the most influential and foundational text of art criticism and science as teleology. The FREE sessions will be held at the Ship and Mitre - Upstairs.... at 6.00pm to 8.00pm (All welcome)
Stop reading the news! Keith's Wine Bar (L'pool South) Bob 28/05/2024 19:00
107 Lark Lane, Aigburth, Liverpool, L17 8UR (7.15pm start!)
Kant's Critique of Judgement Ship & Mitre (upstairs) Sean T 03/06/2024 18:00
A short course on Kant's Critique of Judgement...... This classic of aesthetics explores the relationship of beauty, meaning and the aesthetic experience. It is still remains the most influential and foundational text of art criticism and science as teleology.
Diving Deep: Beyond Dopamine Culture to Debord's Spectacle Keith's Wine Bar (L'pool South) Joey 04/06/2024 19:00
In the era of "Dopamine Culture," our constant quest for instant gratification and novelty thrives. Fueled by digital platforms and pleasure-seeking, this trend echoes Guy Debord's critique of the spectacle. As we navigate this landscape of rapid stimuli, Debord's insights urge us to seek depth beyond the superficial, fostering genuine connections amidst the allure of shallow engagement.
A Community of Enquiry! The Fat Cat (Sheffield) Rosie C 04/06/2024 19:30
There's a new venue for the regular Sheffield Philsophical Enquiry in the Pub session: The Fat Cat, Alma Street, S3 8SA. We meet upstairs the function room (1st Tuesday of month) Start time 7.30pm! - get a drink at the bar before you come up. All welcome!
How can we count everything that counts? Oats & Honey Coffee shop (Monton) Open Forum 05/06/2024 19:30
205 Monton Rd, Monford, Eccles, Manchester M30 9PN. All welcome!
Free speech and fear of offending. Keith's Wine Bar (L'pool South) Robert 11/06/2024 16:00
107 Lark Lane, Aigburth, Liverpool, L17 8UR (7.15pm start!)
Sources of Knowledge Keith's Wine Bar (L'pool South) Paul D 18/06/2024 19:00
What are the best candidates for giving us knowledge? ..... 107 Lark Lane, Aigburth, Liverpool, L17 8UR (7.15pm start!)
Is voting subverting democracy? The Blue Bell (Eccles) Open Forum 19/06/2024 19:30
The Blue Bell, a village hostelry with a rustic-style interior and patio area, plus real ales and modern pub grub. All welcome!
Is there any genuine randomness? Keith's Wine Bar (L'pool South) Suhagrat 25/06/2024 19:00
107 Lark Lane, Aigburth, Liverpool, L17 8UR (7.15pm start!)
Community Philosophy Festival! Adelphi Hotel (Liverpool City Centre) PIP's Merseyside 29/06/2024 10:00
The Empire Room at The Adelphi Hotel, Liverpool City centre. Is the venue where we hope to hold a hybrid festival (technology permitting) involving members at the venue and members online. Members who attend the venue (after hearing the speakers) will enjoy round table discussions in the room. Those members who join us from the comfort of their homes online (after hearing panel/speakers) will enjoy joining other online members in their breakout rooms. At the moment, the festival will be a day event, starting around 10am and finishing around 5am. There will be a buffet lunch available for those attending the venue. Details of discussion topics will be outlined in forthcoming emails. Watch this space!
A Community of Enquiry! The Fat Cat (Sheffield) Rosie C 02/07/2024 13:30
There's a new venue for the regular Sheffield Philsophical Enquiry in the Pub session: The Fat Cat, Alma Street, S3 8SA. We meet upstairs the function room (1st Tuesday of month) Start time 7.30pm! - get a drink at the bar before you come up. All welcome!
Epicureanism / Stoicism Keith's Wine Bar (L'pool South) Tom Mc 02/07/2024 19:00
107 Lark Lane, Aigburth, Liverpool, L17 8UR (7.15pm start!)
Why bother? Oats & Honey Coffee shop (Monton) Open Forum 03/07/2024 19:30
205 Monton Rd, Monford, Eccles, Manchester M30 9PN. All welcome!
What's the purpose of humans on earth? The Blue Bell (Eccles) Open Forum 17/07/2024 19:30
The Blue Bell, a village hostelry with a rustic-style interior and patio area, plus real ales and modern pub grub. All welcome!
Modern UK politics and morality? Oats & Honey Coffee shop (Monton) Open Forum 07/08/2024 19:30
Is there room in modern British politics for morals? ..... 205 Monton Rd, Monford, Eccles, Manchester M30 9PN. All welcome!